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5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds...
A Christmas Eve Miracle
It’s been two years now since we arrived late for the Christmas Eve service at our church. People who know me know that I am habitually early and I don’t handle lateness well. However, on this night, one child needed a complete wardrobe change just as we were getting...
The Great Christmas Tree Topple
While discussing Christmas trees with a group of moms the other day, I heard several stories of toppled trees. I walked away thinking it must just be a rite of passage for parents to have their Christmas tree tip over at least once while their kids are young. I won’t...
Nine Tips for Good Communication
The holidays can be an especially difficult time for relationships. Isn’t it interesting how a time we have specifically designated for joy and peace often becomes filled with stress, anger, and pain? During these moments, we need to be able to communicate well,...
Big Things Come Through Preparation
I am praying that 2017 will be a year of great miracles. God has promised us that he will enable us to perform many amazing works, even greater than Jesus performed while here on earth. In John 14:12, Jesus says, “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will...
Look for the Helpers
Fred Rogers of Mr. Roger’s neighborhood fame once said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” And he’s right. Two days after Thanksgiving I had the...
Gifts of Everlee
Sarah sat across from me at the restaurant. She looked stunning with her sunflower-colored scarf, her shiny gold earrings, and a necklace bearing Everlee’s name. She appeared so put together. I was honored that she would take time to meet with me and share her story....
The question behind the questions
Our pastor recently talked about how he is more curious about the questions behind what people actually ask out loud than the questions themselves. He was talking about faith-based conversations, but I experience the need to practice this discipline more often when...
Peanut Blossom Memories
From the time I was little girl, my mom made a cookie called Peanut Blossoms every Christmas. I don't remember eating them at any other time of the year and so, even I don't bring out this recipe except for Christmas. They are so delicious and the smell and taste...
Changing (cough, cough) Family Traditions
Change a family tradition? You’ve got to be kidding. Wouldn’t it be easier to swim a snake-infested river? Climb an icy crag during a blizzard? Fly without an airplane? Adjusting a tradition that has been in a family for years sounds next to impossible, at least until...
